You already know your toddler needs three meals a day, but his smaller tummy means he can't manage big portions. Regular snacks are a great way to up his calorie intake and make sure he gets all the nutrients he needs. "Aim to give your toddler two

By the time he is 3, your toddler's brain will have tripled in size since birth. This is the biggest learning curve of his life and a time when his brain is developing trillions of connections.At the same time, he is increasingly physically active and developing his social skills...

What:SalmonWhy: Oily fish is a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, vital for the development of your baby's brain and central nervous system. But pregnant women should eat no more than two portions a week.How: Grill, poach or steam and serve on brown basmati rice with toasted pu...

1. Go for a walk A US study discovered if people who usually exercised three times a week stopped, they became more tired and depressed. What's more, fresh air is proven to help your baby sleep better. What's not to like? 2. Snack on figs Iron

, producing some significant results. Everything that has been learned has been combined into an easy-to-digest guide for parents, which gives lots of ideas for ‘smart' foods to buy which can be used to create healthy breakfasts, packed lunches and snacks

A new UK study suggests pregnant women who eat junk food are more likely to have children who go on to develop obesity, heart disease and diabetes.These children are also more likely to develop a preference for junk food themselves.'This study supports existing evidence that sugg...

We particularly love the new range of tasty toddler snacks, plus the new-look website is colourful and engaging.View ellaskitchen.co.uk

Popular range that’s both stylish and easy to use. Cost From £59.99 for the Happy Snack Highchair (shown). View chicco.co.ukBest BuyWhy you love it These highchairs take the stress out of mealtimes, are simple to store, and are fun to look at

DRIED APRICOTSEasy to snack on and great for topping up iron stores: one handful gives you 10% of your daily iron requirement. They also contain folic acid, potassium, calcium and magnesium. They will also help keep your bowel from becoming sluggish

, this is no longer an issue.I’d advise you at eat if you feel like it – opt for light, bland and easily digestible food such as pasta, eggs or toast. Bananas are good energy foods to snack on, too. Also, make sure you stay hydrated by sipping water regularly.